Global EV Comparison: Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor vs BMW i4 eDrive35

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) has a starting price of €48990, compared to the BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...), which starts at €57600.

The two vehicles share the same body style: Liftback.

Even though the BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) has a larger battery, the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 180 kW.

Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

The BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

The BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) has a longer body, while the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.

The BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…), but the BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) doesn’t have one.

The BMW i4 eDrive35 (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Polestar 2 Standard Range Single Motor (2024-…).